Why is lipid solubility an important characteristic of local anesthetic drugs?
A) A greater lipid solubility enhances the diffusion of the anesthetic drug through the nerve.
B) A greater lipid solubility indicates a higher potency of the anesthetic drug.
C) A greater lipid solubility allows for a lower effective dose of the local anesthetic drug.
D) All options listed.
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